Best Labour Standards Podcasts (2025)

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Britain's Growth Crisis: The Model That Explains Everything | Patrick Minford 29:37

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Professor Patrick Minford explains why Britain has barely grown richer since 2007, with average incomes only 4% higher in real terms over 18 years—an unprecedented period of stagnation. Drawing on decades of research, Minford traces the UK’s economic transformation from the “sick man of Europe” in the 1970s through the Thatcher-era liberalization t…

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Make 2026 Your Best Year Ever 41:53

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What if 2026 wasn't just "busy"… but actually healthy, profitable, and calm? In this episode, Dominic Rubino sits down with coach and business owner Ryan Hindmarsh to talk about how real contractors are building better lives and better businesses at the same time. You'll hear real stories from cabinet shops, millwork shops, and trades businesses wh…

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Inheritance tax special - what Christmas climbdown means for your farm business 28:17

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In this special episode, we examine what the government's partial U-turn on inheritance tax means for your farm business. It follows the Treasury decision to water down plans to impose 20% inheritance tax on farm assets worth more than £1m. In a major concession the government has announced that it is increasing the threshold for inheritance tax on…

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Stop Taxing Christmas: How the Nanny State Ruined Mince Pies | IEA Briefing 24:47

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In this special Christmas edition Institute of Economic Affairs briefing, Head of Media Reem Ibrahim interviews Dr. Christopher Snowdon, Head of Lifestyle Economics. The conversation examines how government regulations and taxes affect traditional Christmas foods and drinks, from mince pies to mulled wine, exploring the expanding scope of nanny sta…

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Inside Labour's Economic Strategy: Supply-Side Vision & Political Reality | IEA Interview 58:36

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, IEA Director of Communications Callum Price interviews Morgan Wild, Chief Policy Adviser at Labour Together. Morgan explains how Labour Together operates as a private company that exists purely to help the Labour Party govern and win elections, combining deep public opinion research with policy experti…

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Farming Profitability Review: will it work? Interview with Minette Batters; How to forge your farming future - Oxford Farming Conference preview; farmers wanted to grow hazelnuts 52:23

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In this episode, we get to grips with the long-awaited Farming Profitability Review and its 57 recommendations for government. Will it really make a difference? We've a special interview with review author Minette Batters. How you can forge a better future for your farm business – we preview the 2026 Oxford Farming Conference. And we meet Suffolk f…

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Headlines II Voices 4 Palestine II Coral Futures II This is the Week II CFMEU Update II CPSU State Library Rally II

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Headlines here II - US illegal attacks on Venezuelan Oil Tankers- Amnesty International calls for the reinforcement of international justice for those affected by Israeli occupation and assaults.- The situation for Palestinians as Winter approaches.- Black Deaths in Custody soar 30 years after the Royal Commission into Black Deaths in Custody was c…

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Christmas Special 2025: Year in Review | IEA Podcast 1:01:47

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs Christmas special podcast, Director of Communications Callum Price is joined by Managing Editor Daniel Freeman and Editorial Director Kristian Niemietz for a year-in-review discussion covering the highs and lows of 2025. The conversation examines nuclear regulation reform, the John Fingleton review’s recommenda…

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From Cashflow and Deposit Stress to Profit Power: What Ramsey and Kiyosaki Would Tell Every Shop Owner 27:26

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In this episode, Dominic Rubino breaks down what Dave Ramsey and Robert Kiyosaki would tell every shop owner, contractor, and builder about going from cashflow headaches to true profit power. Whether you run a cabinet shop, millwork shop, HVAC company, electrical crew, or remodeling business, this is a simple roadmap for taking control of your mone…

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The Shocking History of Wealth Taxes 23:57

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, IEA Director of Communications Callum Price speaks with Kristian Niemietz, IEA Editorial Director, about the surprising history of wealth taxes. The conversation explores Niemietz’s recent article questioning whether wealth taxes are actually a left-wing idea, revealing that historically, support for w…

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The UK's £20 Billion Budget Gamble Explained | IEA Interview 30:52

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, IEA Director of Communications Callum Price interviews Joe Mayes, UK political correspondent for Bloomberg and author of “Can You Run the Economy?” - an interactive choose-your-own-adventure book where readers take on the role of chancellor. The conversation examines Rachel Reeves’ November budget, exp…

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Trump vs Europe, Brexit Customs Debate & The Welfare Reform Challenge | IEA Podcast 36:41

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, Director of Communications Callum Price is joined by Managing Editor Daniel Freeman and Economics Fellow Julian Jessop to discuss Trump’s recent criticism of Europe, the renewed customs union debate in Parliament, and Kemi Badenoch’s welfare speech. The conversation examines Trump’s characterization of…

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Nightmare before Christmas: Battle to save biodiversity net gain, cross-resistance fungicide warning, UK-France lamb war, & Red Tractor reviews standards 47:10

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In this episode, is the government about to backtrack on plans to pay farmers for creating and improving wildlife habitats. We report from the frontline on the battle to save biodiversity net gain. A warning for arable growers looking to use two key fungicides together – how to avoid cross-resistance. Lamb war with France – what it means for UK she…

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What if Your Foreman Had Atomic Habits If James Clear Trained Your Foreman 22:15

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In this episode, Dominic Rubino breaks down a powerful question: What would your business look like if your foreman used the same simple, repeatable systems taught in Atomic Habits? Whether you run a cabinet shop, HVAC team, millwork shop, plumbing crew, or any construction trades business, this conversation will help you build a more organized, le…

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AI Won't Save Socialism | Prof Peter Boettke | IEA Interview 55:36

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs interview, IEA Editorial Director Kristian Niemietz speaks with Professor Peter Boettke, professor of economics at George Mason University. The conversation explores artificial intelligence and what it means for both capitalism and socialism, starting with a deep dive into the original socialist calculation deb…

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Demystifying the UK honours system 59:39

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The UK awards hundreds of honours each year to mark notable achievements and contributions to society. These awards – such as knighthoods, damehoods, and OBEs – can be a source of pride and a cause of controversy. So how are people chosen for these honours? How does the system work behind the scenes? And could it be improved? Ahead of the New Year …

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Should we be more upbeat about farming? New Landscape Recovery scheme, risk v reward – latest wheat varieties, rebel Labour MP suspended over IHT, and African swine fever hits Spanish pig exports 48:56

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In this episode, experts voice concern at a get-out clause in government plans for a £500m Landscape Recovery scheme for farmers. We look at the opportunities for growers and livestock producers from Defra's Environmental Improvement Plan – and ask: is it fatally flawed? How much risk should you accept when chasing high yields? We get to grips with…

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Andrew Coster: Trust, corruption allegations, and Jevon McSkimming 52:49

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Exclusive interview: Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster resigned as the head of the Social Investment Agency this week, after a scathing report from the Independent Police Conduct Authority. .Coster and several other former senior officers were singled out for mishandling sexual misconduct complaints regarding former Deputy Commissioner Jevon…

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Headlines II Voices 4 Palestine II Careless - Australia's Aged Care System II This is the week II Singing Blackbird Enterprises - Thinking Strategically Program II

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Headlines here II - Victorian Government's tough on crime- SBS new chair ex-arms company executive- US attacks on Venezuela- US releases convicted drug dealer ex-Honduras President while still accusing President Maduro of Venezuela of being a 'Narco Terrorist'. Voices 4 Palestine here II Nora Barris-Freeman, from Electronic Intafada gives an overvi…

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Debunking Wealth Inequality & Britain's Planning Crisis | IEA Podcast 41:15

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, IEA Head of Media Reem Ibrahim is joined by Editorial Director Kristian Niemietz and Managing Editor Daniel Freeman. The conversation covers Labour’s recent budget announcements, particularly the decision to spend £48 million over three years hiring 350 additional town and country planners. They examin…

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The 3 Biggest Mistakes In Passing A Business To Family- Real Stories 29:18

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Passing your construction or trades business to your kids sounds simple — until the emotions, money, and expectations get involved. In this episode, Dominic Rubino shares real stories from HVAC, cabinet, and millwork companies about what really happens when the next generation takes over. These stories are taken directly from and show exactly what …

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From Gold Standard To Bitcoin: How Money Changed Forever | Dominic Frisby | IEA Interview 1:17:24

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, IEA Head of Media Reem Ibrahim interviews Dominic Frisby, comedian and financial commentator. The conversation explores Frisby’s recent book “The Secret History of Gold” and examines why gold is becoming increasingly important as a strategic reserve, particularly with China’s growing economic influence…

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Future of the American Right | Grover Norquist | IEA Interview 58:58

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, IEA Executive Director Tom Clougherty interviews Grover Norquist, founder and president of Americans for Tax Reform. The conversation covers the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, which has transformed American politics over the past 40 years, how the Republican Party became the party that will not raise taxe…

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Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, November 30 2025 53:53

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With Labour's finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds, defence expert Sam Roggeveen, and ACT list MP Simon Court. Next Sunday is Q+A's last episode of the year.By Q+A with Jack Tame

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Can New Zealand defend itself with 'echidna strategy'? 21:17

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A visiting defence and foreign policy expert is urging New Zealand to rethink how we prioritise defence spending, arguing we should draw inspiration from the Australian echidna – a small but spiky animal..Sam Roggeveen, a programme director at the Lowy Institute in Australia, came to New Zealand as a guest of Victoria University’s Centre for Strate…

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Realistic? Labour promises to balance the books, under stricter rules 21:39

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In her speech to Labour Party faithful this week, finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds doubled-down on her pledge to balance the books. But Edmonds has set herself stricter rules to achieve it, meaning Labour has to go further than the current Government is promising when it comes to revenue and/or spending cuts. Q+A's Jack Tame sat down with Edmon…

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Headlines II Voice 4 Palestine II Rising Tide II 25 years Refugee Resistance Exhibition II Stock Exchange Threat to Living Standards & Nature II

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Headlines here II- Massive stop work in Italy in support of Palestine goes further with widesweeping demands for system change.- The Nauru deal to park refugees- Federal Labor's new Environment Bill- Reflections on the side stepping of parliamentary process to get bills through both houses- The passing of the bill to allow Ministers and Police to c…

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Police face questions over banned London tractor protest, inheritance tax & what Budget means for your farm business, and National Fruit Show celebration 48:19

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In this episode, Metropolitan Police chiefs face questions after banning protesting farmers from bringing tractors to London. As the government makes a small concession on plans to impose inheritance tax on farmers, we examine what the Budget means for your farm business. Budget analysis by: Stuart Maggs, Howes Percival Sam Kirkham,. Albert Goodman…

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Labour's Budget: Britain's Highest EVER Tax Burden | IEA Podcast 36:02

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, Callum Price, Director of Communications, is joined by Dr. Kristian Niemietz, Editorial Director, and Daniel Freeman, Managing Editor, to discuss Rachel Reeves’ latest budget. The conversation examines whether the government has abandoned its growth agenda after the OBR stated that none of the budget’s…

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I know something has to change, but I don't know where to start with Dominic Rubino 40:11

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If you've ever said, "I know something has to change in my business… but I don't even know where to begin," this episode is for you. In this episode, Dominic Rubino breaks down the real first steps shop owners should take when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or pushed to the limit. You'll learn: 1. Why more effort isn't the answer 2. How to find the …

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Lord Frost: "The Government Kicked the Country in the Teeth" 10:26

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs video, Lord Frost, incoming IEA Director General, delivers his immediate reaction to Rachel Reeves’ first budget as Chancellor. Lord Frost examines how the budget pushes Britain’s tax burden to its highest level in history - 38.2% by the end of this Parliament - surpassing even World War Two levels. He breaks d…

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Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, November 23 2025 54:35

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With Regulation Minister David Seymour, Halter CEO Craig Piggott, and National MP for Port Waikato Andrew Bayly.By Q+A with Jack Tame

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Seymour explains Regulatory Standards Bill, charter schools 26:20

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Over subsequent Parliaments, ACT has tried to pass a version of the Regulatory Standards Bill — with limited success, until now. Deputy Prime Minister and Regulation Minister David Seymour explains how he thinks the bill will work. Q+A questions him about his selection of principles, whether the Government follows its own ideas of good regulation, …

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How Halter is revolutionising farming tech 28:23

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FULL INTERVIEW: Since founding Halter as a 22-year-old in 2016, Kiwi CEO Craig Piggott has built the company into the darling of the New Zealand agriculture tech sector..The company's latest funding round valued Halter at more than NZ$1.5 billion. They're expanding their virtual fencing technology rapidly into new markets. .Does New Zealand have th…

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Budget 2025 Forecast: Why Rachel Reeves' Tax Plan Will Backfire 16:35

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Read the full paper here: https://iea.org.uk/publications/2025-budget-briefing-tax-policy-preview-options-and-possible-impacts/ With Chancellor Rachel Reeves set to deliver her Autumn Budget on Wednesday 26th November, IEA Economics Fellow Julian Jessop joins Managing Editor Daniel Freeman to discuss his new budget briefing paper. Jessop warns that…

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Voices 4 Palestine II Northern Suburbs Need PT II Changing Track Movie Interview II This is the Week II CFMEU Attack Update II

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Headlines II here - States abuse of children using the legal justice system as cover - Safety Net reports Mass job cuts at ANZ - Safety Net reports Australian Unions join together in campaign against Amazon Exploitation methods - Guardian reports two potential litigants against Police use of stinger grenades - The US has launched a series of Airstr…

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The 70% Tax Trap: The Government's Toxic Budget Predictions Revealed | IEA Podcast 45:58

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We would like to apologise for the video quality issues that take place throughout the recording. This will be fixed for upcoming recordings. In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, IEA Managing Editor Daniel Freeman speaks with Kristian Niemietz and Julian Jessop about the upcoming autumn budget and Britain’s fiscal challenges. The conversa…

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Update on Sustainable Farming Incentive, new campaign against inheritance tax, food inflation, CLA conference, and Tesco launches environmental baselining 46:56

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In this episode, Defra secretary Emma Reynolds reveals the government's latest thinking on relaunching the Sustainable Farming Incentive. Ms Reynolds was speaking during a Q&A session at the Country Land and Business Association annual conference in London. Farmers return to Westminster to protest against inheritance tax. Can we really expect any c…

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Free Speech is Not Right or Left | Jacob Mchangama | IEA Podcast 1:19:54

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n this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Daniel Freeman sits down with Jacob Mchangama to explore the fascinating history of free speech, from ancient Athens to modern social media. Jacob reveals how Socrates became a martyr for ideas he didn’t even believe in, why the Romans feared giving ordinary citizens a voice, and how medieval Islamic scholars…

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OSHA Audit- What do I do??? with Eric Wick 52:16

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If OSHA walked into your shop today… would you be ready? In this episode, Dominic Rubino talks with Eric Wick, founder of Safety Team Technologies, about what really triggers an OSHA audit — and how to protect your shop. You'll learn: 1. What OSHA looks for the moment they walk in 2. How a single angry worker can start an inspection 3. The "3-Heade…

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The Truth About Scandinavian "Socialism" | IEA Interview 42:16

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, IEA Head of Media and Linda Whetstone Scholar Reem Ibrahim interviews Dr. Nima Sanandaji, Swedish author, researcher and public policy scholar known for his work on entrepreneurship, innovation and welfare reform. The conversation challenges the conventional narrative around the Nordic model, examining…

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What is Scarcity? Episode 2 | Economics 101 6:26

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Welcome to Economics 101, a new series designed to distill the fundamental principles of economics into clear, easy-to-understand explanations. Join Dr. Stephen Davies as he breaks down complex economic concepts using simple analogies and real-world examples, making economics accessible to everyone regardless of their background. Whether you’re a s…

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Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, November 14 2025 54:27

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With Police Minister Mark Mitchell, Ngāti Kahungunu chair Bayden Barber, new Opportunities leader Qiulae Wong, and NZ First MP Andy Foster.By Q+A with Jack Tame

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Opportunity: TOP rebrands as it chases 5% MMP threshold 10:23

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The political outfit formerly known as The Opportunities Party is continuing to chase the 5% MMP threshold to enter Parliament. .It's been almost a decade now since the party burst into the political scene, in its early days bankrolled by rich-lister and philanthropist Gareth Morgan who positioned it as a vehicle for "evidence-based" policy that's …

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Te Pāti Māori: Party distracted from issues, says iwi leader 13:53

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FULL INTERVIEW: Ngāti Kahungunu chair Bayden Barber is calling for reconciliation after Te Pāti Māori's national council expelled MPs Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris..Barber, who is trying to broker a peace deal between the factions of the party for the Iwi Chairs Forum, says the unrest has been "pretty damaging" for Māori as a whole. As iwi…

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IPCA report: Mark Mitchell on police trust after Jevon McSkimming saga 28:55

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Police Minister Mark Mitchell says trust needs to be regained after the Independent Police Conduct Authority found there were "significant failings" in the way police responded to complaints about former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. .Q+A asked him why allegations weren't raised in his office earlier and whether there were wider stru…

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Torturous wait for Defra's vision for farming, crowds flock to Agritechnica, herbicide ban threat, & hundreds pay tribute to David Richardson 45:10

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Just why is it taking so long for the UK government to set out its vision for farming? As Defra secretary Emma Reynolds prepares to give her first major speech to farmers, vital reports and strategies remain unpublished. The government says some will be published before Christmas - others later. We ask incoming CLA president Gavin Lane what Emma Re…

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Headlines II Voice 4 Palestine II Festival of Critical Comedy 2025 II Marking the Dismissal II This is the Week II CFMEU Update II

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Headlines here II - What Indigenous people expect from COP30- The Human Rights Law Centre condemns the Allan Government for proposing children as young as 14 be locked away for life in Victoria. - Victorian Government push legislation to control dissent further.- Monash University has announced that it is ending its relationship with Woodside Energ…

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Trump Sues BBC, Labour Reverses Course Again & Ed Miliband's Nuclear Gamble | IEA Podcast 42:47

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In this Institute of Economic Affairs podcast, Managing Editor Daniel Freeman is joined by Editorial Director Kristian Niemietz and Energy Analyst Andy Mayer. The trio discuss the BBC’s turbulent week following Director-General Tim Davie’s resignation over misleading edits of a Trump speech, examining long-standing questions about BBC bias and whet…

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You Can't Scale Chaos with Dominic Rubino 16:24

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You can't scale chaos — and most shop owners try to anyway! In this episode, Dominic Rubino from Cabinet Maker Profit System shares why growing your construction or contracting business without fixing your systems is like stepping on the gas with a broken engine. Learn how to slow down, find the root cause of your biggest problems, and build a busi…